WPU at a Glance

William Peace University is a nationally-ranked, award-winning institution located in one of the best cities in the United States in downtown Raleigh, NC.

Our mission is to prepare you for careers in the organizations of tomorrow. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, our students develop an appreciation for life-long learning, a focus on meaningful careers, and skills for ethical citizenship.

Career & Life Success

With a 96% job/graduate school placement rate, our results speak for themselves.

Curriculum that’s rooted in the liberal arts, but coupled with a modern approach and focus on career placement, you can’t go wrong with WPU. Choose from more than 24 majors, minors, and concentrations.

Founded in 1857, William Peace University is a nationally ranked, award-winning educational institution. Located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, Peace is proud to call one of the best cities in America its home.